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title: "University of Southampton Invitation to Tender (ITT) Stage for the Provision of High Capacity Cryogenic-Storage Vessel"
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# University of Southampton Invitation to Tender (ITT) Stage for the Provision of High Capacity Cryogenic-Storage Vessel

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e7e22bf2-9f11-4bad-b69c-e839ab6189e2

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## Summary

The University of Southampton has initiated a procurement process for the provision of a High Capacity Cryogenic Storage Vessel, with the tender ID 2019UoS-0081. This procurement falls under the industry category of cold-storage installations (CPV code 45213210) and is located in Southampton, England. The procurement method used is an open procedure, which is applicable for contracts below the threshold limit. The tender period concluded on 20th February 2019, while the awarded contract has a duration spanning from 27th March 2019 to 26th March 2023, with a total contract value of £170,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in cold-storage solutions, particularly those focused on cryogenic technology and related equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to compete, as the University is open to additional goods beyond the initial contract, thus fostering potential for further business engagement. Companies with expertise in the installation and maintenance of cryogenic systems would be especially well-suited to participate in this procurement process.

## Notice

The University has seen increased success in recent years with the securing of ongoing research works and projects. Along with the increased work is the need to store samples in Cryogenic Vessels at minus 196 degrees centigrade which the University is close to filling its current capacity of available space. This tender requirement is for a single larger capacity Cryogenic Storage Vessel which will be located within the existing Cryogenic Storage Facility alongside other Cryogenic Storage Vessels and connect to existing liquid nitrogen feed pipelines and electrical connections. This tender specification is for the purchase of the Initial Good that meets the Specification and the option for the University to purchase further Additional Goods either at the same time as the Initial Goods or at a later time. The duration of this Agreement for Cryogenic Storage Vessels will be open for a maximum period of 4 years from the date of Contract award or until the Agreement value reaches a cumulative sum total of PS170000 whichever is the sooner. In conjunction with this, the University does not agree or will be bound to purchase Additional Goods above and beyond its request for the Initial Goods

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b4be7c9-895e-4bad-9ef0-f9b05d6e6d31 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jun 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Feb 2019 |
| Contract period | 27 Mar 2019 - 26 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £33,221 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £170,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO17 1BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Portswood |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Test |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AIR PRODUCTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45213210 - Cold-storage installations

## Release History

- 7 Jun 2019 at 14:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b4be7c9-895e-4bad-9ef0-f9b05d6e6d31

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b4be7c9-895e-4bad-9ef0-f9b05d6e6d31
  7th June 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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